New Delhi, August 29, 2025 – With August 30 falling on a Saturday, many customers are wondering whether banks will remain open or closed. The confusion often arises because Saturdays are treated differently in India’s banking calendar. To avoid last-minute surprises, it’s important to understand the rules set by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) regarding bank holidays.

Which Saturdays Are Bank Holidays?

According to RBI guidelines, banks in India observe holidays on the second and fourth Saturdays of every month, along with all Sundays. On the first, third, and fifth Saturdays, banks remain open for normal operations.

Since August 30, 2025, is the fifth Saturday of the month, banks across the country will remain open. This means customers can visit their branches for cash deposits, withdrawals, cheque clearances, or other banking services without worrying about a weekend closure.

Why People Get Confused About Saturday Holidays

The confusion largely comes from the earlier banking system. Years ago, all Saturdays were considered working days in most banks. Later, in 2015, the RBI introduced a new structure allowing employees a five-day work week with two Saturdays off—specifically the second and fourth.

Since then, whenever a month has five Saturdays, customers often question whether banks will be open on the fifth one. The clarification is simple: fifth Saturdays are working days.

August 2025 Bank Holiday Calendar Recap

In August 2025, banks observed holidays on:

• August 9 (Second Saturday)

• August 23 (Fourth Saturday)

• All four Sundays: August 3, 10, 17, and 24

That means Saturday, August 30, will be a working day. The next bank holiday will fall on Sunday, August 31.

RBI’s Holiday List for August 2025

Apart from the standard weekly offs, RBI also notified holidays across different states depending on local festivals and regional observances. Some of the important holidays this month included:

• August 8 – Tendong Lho Rum Faat (Sikkim)

• August 9 – Raksha Bandhan / Jhulan Purnima

• August 13 – Deshbhakti Divas (Tripura)

• August 15 – Independence Day & Parsi New Year (across multiple states)

• August 16 – Janmashtami celebrations in several regions

• August 19 – Birth anniversary of Maharaja Bir Bikram Kishore Manikya Bahadur (Tripura)

• August 25 – Srimanta Sankardev Tithi (Assam)

• August 27 – Ganesh Chaturthi in Maharashtra, Karnataka, and other states

• August 28 – Nuakhai in Odisha and Ganesh Chaturthi (Day 2)

It’s worth noting that these holidays vary from state to state, meaning a bank may be open in one city while closed in another.

What Customers Should Keep in Mind

1. Digital Services Remain Available – Even on holidays, mobile banking apps, net banking portals, and ATMs operate 24/7. Customers can complete essential transactions like fund transfers, UPI payments, and bill payments without visiting a branch.

2. Plan Ahead for Large Transactions – If you need services like demand drafts, loan processing, or locker access, it’s advisable to confirm your bank’s working hours in advance.

3. Check Local Holiday Notifications – While RBI provides a pan-India holiday list, regional holidays may impact your local branch operations.

4. Upcoming Changes in Banking Rules – From September 1, 2025, several changes in banking charges and transaction rules will take effect. Customers should stay updated to avoid unexpected fees.

Final Word

To sum up, banks will remain open on Saturday, August 30, 2025, since it is the fifth Saturday of the month. Customers can carry out all essential banking tasks without interruption. The only closures this weekend will be on Sunday, August 31.

So, if you have pending work like cheque deposits, loan EMIs, or account updates, tomorrow is a good day to visit your nearest branch. Just remember, from September onward, new banking rules will kick in—so it’s wise to stay informed and prepared.